Zapatero's jewels are genuine and valued at €1 million
The first expert analysis confirms that former Spanish PM Zapatero's jewels contain genuine precious stones valued at over €1 million. The discovery, in
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Zapatero's jewels: genuine and valued at €1 million
A former Socialist prime minister of Spain keeps jewels worth one million euros in a safe. The first expert analysis ordered by the judge in the Plus Ultra case confirms that the diamonds, rubies and emeralds are genuine. The question hanging in the air: how do you explain such wealth in someone who preached a life of austerity?
According to the information published by El Confidencial, the preliminary examination has identified three of the most sought-after gems in high jewellery. The valuation of the collection stands at at least one million euros, although legal sources warn that it is an initial estimate. The jewels were found in the office of Gertru —a former secretary or collaborator—, which has fuelled suspicions that there may be more hidden assets.
The discovery comes within the framework of the Plus Ultra case, which is investigating alleged financial irregularities during Zapatero's time in government. Reactions were not long in coming: from those calling for a search of his private home to those pointing out the paradox of a Socialist amassing such capital in luxury items. Some analysts suggest the real figure could be far higher, and that these jewels are only the tip of the iceberg.
While Judge Calama decides on the next steps, public opinion is divided between those who see a huge scandal and those who believe a former prime minister has the right to own jewels. What nobody disputes is that the official narrative of austere left-wing politics has been, at the very least, called into question.
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A former Socialist prime minister of Spain keeps jewels worth one million euros in a safe. The first expert analysis ordered by the judge in the Plus Ultra case confirms that the diamonds, rubies and emeralds are genuine. The question hanging in the air: how do you explain such wealth in someone who preached a life of austerity?
According to the information published by El Confidencial, the preliminary examination has identified three of the most sought-after gems in high jewellery. The valuation of the collection stands at at least one million euros, although legal sources warn that it is an initial estimate. The jewels were found in the office of Gertru —a former secretary or collaborator—, which has fuelled suspicions that there may be more hidden assets.
The discovery comes within the framework of the Plus Ultra case, which is investigating alleged financial irregularities during Zapatero's time in government. Reactions were not long in coming: from those calling for a search of his private home to those pointing out the paradox of a Socialist amassing such capital in luxury items. Some analysts suggest the real figure could be far higher, and that these jewels are only the tip of the iceberg.
While Judge Calama decides on the next steps, public opinion is divided between those who see a huge scandal and those who believe a former prime minister has the right to own jewels. What nobody disputes is that the official narrative of austere left-wing politics has been, at the very least, called into question.
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